The San Francisco Superior Court is seeking qualified individuals interested in serving as Courtroom Clerk in the Unified Family Court Division. Performs a wide scope of Courtroom Clerk duties in a designated courtroom of the Court. Duties include attending court sessionsand preparing records of court proceedings in conformance with statutes, policies, and the direction of the Judge; swearing in witnesses; maintaining exhibits offered in evidence; providing lead direction and training for other court services support staff as assigned; performing a wide variety ofthe most complex court support work for the Court, including legal document processing, public counter work, data entry; and performing other court specific functions as well as other job-related duties as required.
This selection process is being conducted in accordance with San Francisco Superior Court Personnel Rule 4. An eligibility list will not be established.
FINAL FILING DATE: 12:00 PM, June 12, 2026
COMPENSATION: $3,396.14 to $4,127.60 biweekly ($88,300 to $107,318 annually)
The Court offers a generous benefits package including a variety of health/vision/dental insurance plans, life insurance, a contributory retirement plan, a deferred compensation savings program, paid vacation, sick leave, floating holidays, and holiday pay.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Serves as courtroom clerk to a judicial officer in the preparation and execution of daily court calendars and/or matters in trials; attends court to record "rough" minutes and administer oaths; records, files, and maintains custody of trial exhibits; prepares minute orders, legal notices, court decisions and other legal documents; and performs other job-related duties as required. Some positions may perform lead responsibilities, provide lead direction, coordinate work, and guide assigned staff. However, almost all the positions are courtroom clerks, and all persons appointed must be able to serve as a courtroom clerk.
Work is performed in an office and courtroom environment; continuous contact with judicial officers, executive management, attorneys, litigants, other staff and the public.
Typical Physical Requirements: Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; use fine hand manipulation; often bend, stoop and reach; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; and use office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, and copiers. Due to work in the courtroom, incumbents must have corrected hearing and vision to normal range and verbal communication skills.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Three or more years of increasingly responsible full-time work experience performing a variety of court support assignments, requiring substantial knowledge of court processes and legal documents and the ability to apply rules and procedures pertaining to court actions.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to:
HOW TO APPLY
Selection is only open to current employees of the San Francisco Superior Court who (1) are under a permanent appointment with the Court, or (2) previously held a permanent appointment and accepted a temporary appointment without a break in service. Individuals who are not current employees of the Court, or current temporary Court employees who did not previously hold a permanent appointment with the Court without a break in service may not apply.
Interested individuals must apply online and include a valid email address where the applicant can receive future correspondence regarding the position. Applicants must submit ALL the following items:
The online application, resume, and cover letter are very important to the selection process. It is recommended that applicants review the information in this announcement and on the application very carefully. Once the application has been submitted, it cannot be corrected, changed or resubmitted. All applications must be submitted by the final filing date and time indicated in this announcement.
SELECTION PROCESS
Initial Screening:
Complete application packages received by the final filing date and time will be evaluated to determine if applicants meet the minimum qualifications. The Court will further evaluate these documents and may interview only those applicants it deems may best meet the needs of the Court. Not all applicants will receive an interview.
Oral Interview:
If necessary, selected applicants may be interviewed to determine their relative knowledge, abilities, and skill levels in job-related areas. If interviews are scheduled, it is anticipated that they will be conducted in June/July 2026.
Qualified applicants with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should complete the relevant section on the employment application.
OTHER APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Employment is subject to security clearance. Any false statement or omission of material fact may cause forfeiture of employment. Information presented on employment applications, resumes, and attachments, and during the selection process is subject to verification. Employees are prohibited from engaging in activities which conflict with the interests of the Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco.
THE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO, IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. APPLICANTS SHALL NOT BE FAVORED OR DISCRIMINATED AGAINST BECAUSE OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, CITIZENSHIP, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, PHYSICAL DISABILITY, MENTAL DISABILITY, MEDICAL CONDITION, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENETIC INFORMATION, UNION ACTIVITY, POLITICAL AFFILIATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.
For questions on the above information, contact the Human Resources Office of the Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco, (415) 551-0381.